What schedule of drug is Zoloft?

What schedule of drug is Zoloft?

Schedule 2 (II) Drugs.

What drugs are classified as Schedule IV?

Schedule IV Controlled Substances Examples of Schedule IV substances include: alprazolam (Xanax®), carisoprodol (Soma®), clonazepam (Klonopin®), clorazepate (Tranxene®), diazepam (Valium®), lorazepam (Ativan®), midazolam (Versed®), temazepam (Restoril®), and triazolam (Halcion®).

Is sertraline a controlled medicine?

ZOLOFT contains sertraline, which is not a controlled substance.

What drug category is sertraline?

Sertraline (marketed as Zoloft) is included in the class of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). This class of drugs is used to treat depression, anxiety, and other mood disorders.

What is possession of schedule?

In California, possession of a controlled substance, such as illegal drugs like heroin or cocaine or prescription drugs not obtained with a proper prescription, is against the law. If you are caught in possession of any usable amount, you face legal consequences.

Which is better Zoloft or Prozac?

In a double-blind, clinical trial, both Zoloft and Prozac improved depression based on different scores for depression and anxiety as well as sleep. While both SSRIs were found to be effective, Zoloft was found to have lower severity of side effects.

What should I know about Zoloft before taking it?

You should not use Zoloft if you are allergic to sertraline, or if you also take pimozide. Do not use the liquid form of Zoloft if you are taking disulfiram (Antabuse) or you could have a severe reaction to the disulfiram. Do not take Zoloft within 14 days before or 14 days after you take an MAO inhibitor. A dangerous drug interaction could occur.

What is the generic name for Zoloft (sertraline)?

Generic name: sertraline (SER tra leen) Brand name: Zoloft Drug class: Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors. Medically reviewed by Sophia Entringer, PharmD. Last updated on July 7, 2021. Uses; Warnings; Dosage; What to avoid; Side effects; Interactions; FAQ; What is Zoloft?

How should I take Zoloft during my menstrual cycle?

Zoloft may be administered either continuously (every day throughout the menstrual cycle) or intermittently (only during the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle, i.e., starting the daily dosage 14 days prior to the anticipated onset of menstruation and continuing through the onset of menses).

What is the recommended initial dosage and maximum Zoloft dosage?

The recommended initial dosage and maximum Zoloft dosage in patients with MDD, OCD, PD, PTSD, and SAD are displayed in Table 1 below. A dosage of 25 mg or 50 mg per day is the initial therapeutic dosage.